Feeling Discouraged About Special Needs Blogger Conference

By Tammy, on August 18th, 2010

I am feeling a little discouraged. I wrote about putting together a special conference for special needs bloggers. I had a great response from other bloggers that would either be interested in attending, or in helping. I decided to go ahead and contact companies with my plan.

I sent out a lot of emails to companies that I have worked with or have their contact information for future projects. I received back a couple responses. They responded that they either are not sure what their schedule will be for next year, and will have to wait and see, or they might be interested in sending some product.

I would like to schedule the conference to be held in Raleigh, NC next year. Only, I can’t do anything without having a few companies commit to helping with the expenses. I can’t afford to pay out of pocket for reservations, promotions, and all other expenses that will be involved in this endeavor.

I can’t help but feel very discouraged about doing this. I think it would be a great thing. I would be able to get professionals to do workshops on new research, therapies, financial advise, etc.. It would be great to have each workshop small, that way the attendees could ask specific questions.

4 comments to Feeling Discouraged About Special Needs Blogger Conference

It’s a big undertaking, and I think it’s cool that you’re even trying.
One idea that I had is that maybe you need a blog or FB page specifically for the cause, so you can start raising awareness about the idea. You have to be able to show businesses that there’s a real market for this sort of thing, and if other bloggers get on board, they might be able to help you get the ball rolling as well.
If the actual, real life conference doesn’t materialize, there’s also the option of an online conference, like some of the homeschooling magazines are doing now. It’s not exactly the same, but it would be a start…
I’m just throwing out ideas. I’ve never done anything like this before, and my sphere of influence is relatively small.
Good luck though. I still think it’s a good idea. lisa recently posted..Box Tops Giveaway Winner

I’m sorry to hear that the response has not been very good so far. I think it’s a great idea, even if takes a bit longer to find the right formula for making it happen.Trish recently posted..Sunday Best- August 22nd